Hey everyone,

I hope you're having a beautiful week and that this interview I am sending your way is a little spark of business joy!

I really loved talking to Jen of Rock Rose Digital and am always so excited to meet other business owners who value connections over numbers and speak honestly about the challenges we're all facing in one way or another. Here is what we talked about:

- Transitioning into a new field- Relating to social media in intentional ways- Finding balance in work and life- The importance of prioritising our mental health while building a business - Making meaningful connections rather than chasing numbers

Jen Eastwood is a freelance social media marketer, copy writer and tea lover, working under her brand name Rock Rose Digital. She uses her heart-centered marketing approach to help passionate people who live for a cause not applause, grow blossoming purpose-led online communities and intentional sustainable businesses. Jen lives in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, is passionate about mental health, supporting indie businesses and feminism. When she's not working, she enjoys reading, cooking, and country walks with partner Dave.

You can find out more at www.rockrosedigital.co.uk, www.facebook.com/rockrosedigital www.instagram.com/rockrosedigital www.twitter.com/rockrosedigital

:: About me and the DIY Small Business podcast ::

I am a web designer, small business mentor and tech fairy who helps people start and run small businesses that are fun to work in and make enough money for things that matter.

The DIY Business Podcast is supporting people in creating honest, more sustainable and feminist businesses that redefine success and center community through interviews with like minded folk, how to guides and exploratory shares.

I am not on social media anymore because I want to focus on creating indy media like my podcasts, compare myself less and spent little time on my phone. This means I have more energy to nurture my communities and make cool things for you!

If you’d to stay in touch you can sign up for my newsletter over here: yarrowdigital.com/sign-up-for-my-newsletter/ – I am usually sending them once or twice a month when I have new episodes, resources or interesting stories to share.

If you like the show you might also love the DIY Business Collective, a low cost program that includes a ten module online course, monthly group coaching, weekly journaling prompts, monthly themed workshops and quarterly business planning workshops for $22/month. Learn more and sign up for a free seven day trial here: yarrowdigital.com/diy-business-school/

If you are interested in 1:1 work with me (web design, tech and design support or business mentoring) you can learn more here: yarrowdigital.com/yarrow-digital-services/ or book a free feeler call here: hello.dubsado.com:443/public/appointment-scheduler/5d87650bebd42163a8b343ee/schedule